St. Vrain State Park Hosts Program on Mammals

   06.23.11

FIRESTONE, Colo. – St. Vrain State Park is home to a wide variety of mammals, from meadow voles and deer mice to muskrats and minks. Join our park naturalist for an afternoon of all things mammalian. Learn about the biology, behavior and diet of the different mammals found within the park. This event will take place on Saturday, June 25 at 3 p.m.

Participants should meet at the Camper Services Building near Mallard Pond. The event is free, but all visitors must purchase a parks pass before entering the park. All ages and abilities are welcome. Visitors are asked to please dress in weather-appropriate clothing and to bring plenty of bug spray, sunscreen and water. Visitors should be prepared to spend about an hour walking on an easy to moderate hiking trail.

No reservations needed. For questions or comments please call St. Vrain State Park at (303) 485-0186.

Colorado State Parks get everyone outdoors! Attracting more than 12 million visitors per year, Colorado’s 42 State Parks are a vital cornerstone of Colorado’s economy and quality of life. Colorado State Parks encompass 224,447 land and water acres, offering some of the best outdoor recreation destinations in the state. Colorado State Parks is a leader in providing opportunities for outdoor recreation, protecting the state’s favorite landscapes, teaching generations about nature and partnering with communities. Colorado State Parks also manage more than 4,300 campsites, and 63 cabins and yurts. For more information on Colorado State Parks or to purchase an annual pass online, visit www.parks.state.co.us.

Contact:

Samantha Eads, (303) 485-0186, st.vrainseasonal@state.co.us

Deb Frazier, (303) 866-3203 ext. 4342, deb.frazier@state.co.us

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